Elisha Heals the Poisoned Stew

Elisha sits among the sons of the prophets as a large vessel of green stew is set before them. One man reaches toward the food with alarm while another raises his hands, capturing the moment after wild gourds have made the meal dangerous. The prophet’s lifted hand directs attention to God’s power to preserve life in a time of famine. In 2 Kings 4, Elisha commands that flour be added to the pot, and the deadly stew becomes safe to eat. The scene speaks of divine provision, discernment, and the Lord’s mercy working through His prophet for a hungry prophetic community.